A simple headboard with new pine, distressed to resemble worn barn wood or other reclaimed lumber. I used a wire brush drill bit to eat away at the soft wood of the outside frame, raising the grain and adding a tremendous amount of texture. The inside planks are full-width boards that I scored with a circular saw to create false joints. Each section was stained with a different hue to emulate individual reclaimed planks. I coated with a layer of semi-gloss polycrylic and then a coat of clear cream wax.
Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax stains (espresso, classic grey, mahogany & ebony), Minwax semi-gloss polycrylic, American Decor Clear Cream Wax
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner